Yezdi

Under Ideal Jawa

Yezdi was started by Ideal Jawa (India) Ltd , a company founded by the brothers Rustom and Farrokh Irani, who began assembling Czechoslovak-designed Jawa motorcycles under licence at a factory in Mysore that came into operation in 1961. The plant was established with the support of the Wadiyar royal family of Mysore.

The licensing arrangement with the Czechoslovak manufacturer came to an end as Cold War-era export restrictions made continued collaboration difficult, and Ideal Jawa subsequently began marketing motorcycles developed in India under the Yezdi name. The name Yezdi derives from ancient Persia and was used for people from the Yazd province.

Production models of this period included the Roadking, Oilking, Monarch and Classic, of which the Yezdi Roadking became the best known. At the height of demand, the company was producing 130 motorcycles a day, and the Yezdi was more popular than the contemporary Bullet and Rajdoot.

The company also exported Yezdi motorcycles to more than 60 countries.

The arrival of Japanese manufacturers in the Indian market from the 1980s, offering lighter and more fuel-efficient four-stroke machines, eroded the company's position. Tightening emission standards rendered its two-stroke engines unviable, and production ended in 1996. Rights to the Jawa name reverted to the Czech company. Ideal Jawa entered liquidation, and the Mysore factory was closed permanently in 2002. No motorcycles were produced under the Yezdi name between 1996 and 2022.

Revival under Classic Legends

Classic Legends was founded in 2015 by Anupam Thareja and Boman Irani, the son of Rustom Irani, in partnership with Mahindra & Mahindra. The company acquired rights to the Jawa brand in 2016 and relaunched it in India in 2018.

On 13 January 2022, Classic Legends revived the Yezdi name with three models, the Roadster, the Scrambler and the Adventure. All three used a 334 cc single-cylinder liquid-cooled engine in differing states of tune, and were sold through the dealer network already established for Jawa motorcycles.

Yezdi motorcycles are assembled at Classic Legends' plant at Pithampur in Madhya Pradesh, which also builds the company's Jawa and BSA models. In 2026, Yezdi was described as one of the fastest-growing brands in India's 350 cc-and-above motorcycle segment.

Yezdi Roadster

The Yezdi Roadster is a 334 cc motorcycle powered by a liquid-cooled, single-cylinder Alpha2 engine, paired with a six-speed gearbox. In August 2025, the model received a redesign that included a shorter rear fender, a redesigned tail-light and a number plate holder mounted on the swingarm. Other changes included a wider rear tyre, a strengthened frame, revised suspension settings and a seat that allows the pillion seat and grab rails to be removed. Factory customisation kits and accessories were also offered for the motorcycle.

In March 2026, the Roadster received a new Red Wolf colour scheme with red paintwork and chrome detailing. In July that year, a Green Mamba metallic finish was added to the model's colour options.

Yezdi Scrambler

The Yezdi Scrambler is a 334 cc motorcycle powered by a liquid-cooled, single-cylinder engine paired with a six-speed gearbox. In April 2026, the model received changes to its design, including a redesigned fuel tank, revised side panels and a ribbed seat. The twin-exhaust system was replaced with a single exhaust, reducing the motorcycle's weight by 8 kg to 174 kg. The updated engine produces 30 hp and 30 Nm of torque. Other additions included traction control, three riding modes and switchable ABS.

In July 2026, the Scrambler received a new Grey Panther colour scheme, with a metallic grey finish, an Arabica-brown ribbed seat and matching tank pads. The changes were mainly cosmetic.

Yezdi Adventure

The Yezdi Adventure is a 334 cc adventure-touring motorcycle powered by a liquid-cooled, single-cylinder engine. It has long-travel suspension, wire-spoke wheels and a digital instrument display with Bluetooth connectivity and turn-by-turn navigation.

In 2025, the model received changes to its bodywork, including an asymmetrical twin-headlight arrangement, twin-pod tail-lights and an adjustable windscreen. The engine retained its 334 cc capacity, but received changes to its fuel mapping and gear ratios. The updated model also features traction control and three ABS modes for road, rain and off-road riding.

In July 2026, optional factory-fitted tubeless cross-spoke wheels became available for the Adventure, allowing it to use tubeless tyres while retaining wire-spoke wheels.